Visitor (Conference) Sponsorship

supports activities that promote Newcastle as a premier Australian visitor destination, showcasing a rich art, cultural and culinary scene, a vibrant night-time economy, and accessible nature-based and coastal experiences. This includes multi-day business events (conferences) that are aligned to economic pillars and attract overnight stay.

• Round opens: 3 June 2024 at 9am (AEST) 
• Round Closes: 30 June 2024 at 11:59pm (AEST)

$2,000 - $20,000 (ex GST) 

$70,000 (ex GST)

*For all streams of Tourism and Economic Development Sponsorship Funding 

• Legally constituted not-for-profit organisations  
• Businesses   

Product development, training multi-day interstate/international conference, symposium, workshop.

1. View the 'Grant and Sponsorship Programs - Which should I apply for? Flowchart' (PDF) to determine which Sponsorship Program is best for you. 
2. Read the Sponsorship Policy (PDF) and Sponsorship Guidelines (PDF). 
3. Apply through CN’s online funding portal.